The Persian Expedition
The Persian Expedition by Xenophon, published by Penguin Publishing Group in 1972, presents a detailed eyewitness account of a Greek mercenary army’s journey. This revised edition spans 375 pages and is written in English. The narrative follows Xenophon, a young Athenian noble, as he recounts the attempts of the Ten Thousand to assist Prince Cyrus in his quest for the Persian throne, only to find themselves betrayed and forced to navigate a perilous journey home through hostile territory.
Readers will find a vivid depiction of endurance and bravery as Xenophon leads the retreating army through challenging landscapes while facing constant threats from the Persians and various tribes. This account not only highlights the military challenges faced by the Greeks but also offers insights into the historical context of ancient Greece and its encounters with other civilizations. The book serves as a significant contribution to the understanding of military history and the experiences of individuals in times of conflict.
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In The Persian Expedition, Xenophon, a young Athenian noble who sought his destiny abroad, provides an enthralling eyewitness account of the attempt by a Greek mercenary army � the Ten Thousand � to help Prince Cyrus overthrow his brother and take the Persian throne. When the Greeks were then betrayed by their Persian employers, they were forced to march home through hundreds of miles of difficult terrain � adrift in a hostile country and under constant attack from the unforgiving Persians and warlike tribes. In this outstanding description of endurance and individual bravery, Xenophon, one of those chosen to lead the retreating army, provides a vivid narrative of the campaign and its aftermath, and his account remains one of the best pictures we have of Greeks confronting a �barbarian� world.
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